: a meal usually taken late in the morning that combines a late breakfast and an early lunch
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For owners Ashish Haas Gupta and Steve Gupta Haas, the house has been at the heart of weddings, community brunches and other joyous gatherings.
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David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 20 Dec. 2025
Three Owls at The Elms Hotel and Spa Overnight guests and locals can enjoy a Christmas brunch buffet at Three Owls, located inside the historic Excelsior Springs hotel.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 20 Dec. 2025
Working with local farmers and purveyors to source ingredients, the favorite restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, as well as brunch on the weekends.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2025
It's also known for a lively weekend drag brunch.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 19 Dec. 2025
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David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 20 Dec. 2025
Three Owls at The Elms Hotel and Spa Overnight guests and locals can enjoy a Christmas brunch buffet at Three Owls, located inside the historic Excelsior Springs hotel.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 20 Dec. 2025
Working with local farmers and purveyors to source ingredients, the favorite restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, as well as brunch on the weekends.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2025
It's also known for a lively weekend drag brunch.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 19 Dec. 2025
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“Brunch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brunch. Accessed 21 Dec. 2025.
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brunch
noun
: a late breakfast, an early lunch, or a combination of the two
Etymology
breakfast and lunch
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